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Fort Jay Closure Wednesday October 24, 2018
Fort Jay will be closing early at 1:00 pm on Wednesday October 24th. The fort will reopen at 10:00 am on Thursday October 25th. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Informations
Governors Island N.M. Is Beginning to Increase Recreational Access to Park Grounds
Beginning August 27, 2020, following guidance from the White House, CDC, and state and local public health officials, Governors Island N.M. increases access to park grounds. News Release with details here:
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Change in ferry service
Governors Island Ferry Service will resume operations between the Battery Maritime Building and Soissons Landing beginning at 12pm on Monday, October 14. Check at Govisland.com for tickets, schedules, and more information.
July 4th early island Closures
Due to a planned Harbor closure & street closures surrounding the BMB, Governors Island will close early on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Island hours are 7AM-3PM, check govisland.com for ferry schedule. Castle William and Fort Jay will close at 1pm.
Labor Day opening
Monday, September 1, 2025. Fort Jay and Castle Williams will be open in honor of Labor Day. The Forts will follow the weekend program schedule, 3 tours @ Castle Williams and 2 @ Fort Jay. Check our guided tour link above or recreation.gov for details
Temporary Pause on Research and Donation Requests
Please be advised that due to staffing changes and the ongoing hiring freeze, there is a pause on research requests and donation considerations at all parks in the Manhattan Sites Unit until further notice. Please check this website and social media for updates.
Castle Williams & Fort Jay Re-opening
Both Castle Williams and Fort Jay are now open. The hours are Wednesday thru Sunday, 10AM to 4PM. If you have any questions, you can reach us through the contact link on this site.


